Musk v. Altman week 2: OpenAI fires back, and Shivon Zilis reveals that Musk tried to poach Sam Altman
MIT Technology ReviewMay 8, 2026
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The ongoing trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI has intensified as Musk accuses the organization of misleading him regarding its nonprofit status after his $38 million donation. OpenAI's president, Greg Brockman, countered Musk's claims, asserting that Musk himself advocated for the creation of a for-profit arm. This legal battle highlights the tensions surrounding the direction of AI development and the motivations of its key players.